The Gathimba Edwards Foundation (GEF) is delighted to welcome Kirsty Oag as the charity’s summer intern for 2025.
Kirsty, a university student with a longstanding connection to GEF, will join the team for the next three months. During her internship Kirsty will support a wide range of activities including event planning, social media, and day-to-day operations. Kirsty will also be involved with the delivery of GEF’s Hope & Fizz Ladies Lunch event this September.
Kirsty’s involvement with GEF began several years ago when she took part in GEF’s bi-annual trip to Kenya to build homes for underprivileged families Kirsty also sponsors the education of a young Kenyan girl which has been transformative to her quality of life.
Talking of her experience with the charity, Kirsty said: “I have seen firsthand all the work that goes on in Kenya and what kind of a difference GEF can make to people’s lives. It has made me feel almost compelled to keep being involved with the charity and I am passionate about the work that they do. I feel really lucky to get the chance to be involved in something like this.”
Kayleigh Paterson-Donald, Charity Development Lead, said: “We’re so excited to have Kirsty joining us this summer. She’s already demonstrated her passion for our mission and brings with her a great deal of energy and creativity. Her support will be invaluable as we plan and deliver our upcoming events.”
The internship provides Kirsty with the opportunity to gain hands on experience in the charity sector while making a meaningful contribution to a cause close to her heart. Read more about her experience here: Kirsty Oag: A Kenya Blog - Gathimba Edwards Foundation